Russia hits Romania, game-changing Abrams, birth rate plummeting
Your slice of the headlines in Ukraine. Daily. Wednesday, September 27, 2023.
● Russia nearly inadvertently bombs customs office in NATO ally Romania – shocking border crossing video
In stunning video footage taken from the border crossing in Isaccea, Romania, Russia can be seen nearly inadvertently attacking NATO as a kamikaze drone sends border guards scrambling for safety before a massive fireball appears nearby.
● German FM Baerbock confirms malfunctioning weapons delay Taurus delivery to Ukraine
A portion of the Germany’s weaponry has become obsolete and could potentially suffer from operational deficiencies, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said in an interview with CNN on Sept. 26
● Ukrainian banks report record profits
Ukrainian banks have achieved a remarkable milestone in the first eight months of 2023, recording a profit of UAH 95.1 billion ($2.5 billion), according to National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) data.
● Armored speed and firepower – American Abrams tanks could be a game-changer on Ukrainian frontlines
American-made Abrams battle tanks could prove effective on the battlefield in Ukraine, US National Security Council Coordinator for Strategic Communications John Kirby discussed the first Abrams tanks arriving in Ukraine ahead of schedule with Bloomberg on Sept. 26.
● Ukrainian Tactical UAVs rain hell on $7 million worth Russian equipment in one night
Russian T-80 and T-72 tanks, as well as D-30 howitzers, worth over $7 million, were destroyed in a single evening by the Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (TUAV) of the ACHILLES 92nd Separate Assault Brigade, Deputy Prime Minister Mykhailo Fedorov reported on Telegram on Sept. 26.
● Ukraine looking to launch production of NATO’s ASCOD infantry fighting vehicles
Ukraine is considering the possibility of starting licensed production of the ASCOD infantry fighting vehicle, which is in service in several NATO countries, the design and manufacturing company Ukrainian Armor reported on Facebook on Sept. 26.
● Moscow Patriarchate church priest detained for using church as an arms dealership — SBU
A Ukrainian Orthodox Church — Moscow Patriarchate (UOC-MP) priest involved in the illegal sale of arms left behind after the Russian retreat was detained in a joint operation of the National Police and the Ukrainian Security Service (SBU), the SBU reported on Sept. 26.
● Birthrates in Ukraine could drop to world's lowest level — report
Birthrates in Ukraine have fallen by 28% in the first half of 2023, compared to the same period prior to the war, marking the most significant drop since Ukraine gained its independence in 1991, The Wall Street Journal reported on Sept. 25.
● Russia changing tactics to confuse Ukrainian air defenses in order to reach targets
Russia’s overnight attack with kamikaze drones, Iskander, and Kh-59 missiles differs significantly from the previous attack of Sept. 25, Ukraine’s Air Force Command spokesperson, Yuriy Ihnat said on national television on Sept. 26.
● ATACMS missiles for defense, not offense, amid growing support from international allies
Ukraine has no intention of using ATACMS missiles on Russian territory, said Oleksiy Danilov, Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, in an interview with the Spanish publication ABC on Sept. 26.
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